Retrieving Text Content with Selenium's getText in Java

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How to retrieve text content with Selenium’s getText in Java?

#2

yes, using Selenium’s getText in Java is quite straightforward. First, you locate the element using its selector, such as its ID, and then you simply invoke the getText() method on that element to retrieve its textual content. It’s like plucking the ripe fruit from a tree:


WebElement element = driver.findElement(By.id("elementId"));

String text = element.getText();

System.out.println("Text content: " + text);
#3

Indeed! Adding an explicit wait before fetching the text ensures that the element is visible, avoiding any potential issues with timing. It’s like patiently waiting for a friend to emerge from a crowded room before asking for their opinion:


WebDriverWait wait = new WebDriverWait(driver, 10);

WebElement element = wait.until(ExpectedConditions.visibilityOfElementLocated(By.id("elementId")));

String text = element.getText();

System.out.println("Text content: " + text);
#4

Alternatively, if you’re looking to keep it concise, you can directly capture the text content without storing the element reference separately. It’s like grabbing a quick snack without bothering to put it in a container:


String text = driver.findElement(By.id("elementId")).getText();

System.out.println("Text content: " + text);